Can sanctions affect mergers, acquisitions, and investments?
We’re currently considering acquiring a foreign company, and sanctions due diligence has become a major concern. Can sanctions issues really block or delay mergers and investments, even if the target company isn’t directly sanctioned?
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Absolutely. Sanctions risks are a key part of modern due diligence. Even indirect exposure — such as sanctioned customers, suppliers, or shareholders — can derail transactions. I looked into this while assisting with an acquisition review and came across https://sanctionslawyers.net/, which explains how sanctions risks are assessed during M&A and investment deals. Early legal review helps avoid costly surprises late in the process.